This New Hampshirite migrated west to Olympia, Washington, south to Florida and wound up in the middle in Iowa. I studied journalism and political science at University of Iowa, and have worked professionally as a journalist covering higher education, city government and business. Investigative projects, covering RAGBRAI as an embedded reporter and paddling down the Iowa River for three days to report on its condition are some of my favorite assignments. I have many different interests: spending time with my family, hiking, biking, paddling, cooking, craft beers, writing, college and pro sports. I used to work as a professional chef, I've traveled to 49 of the 50 states, teach a backpacking course at the University of Iowa, and volunteer on the Board of Directors for the Bicyclists of Iowa City.
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A star of History Channel's "American Pickers," Mike Wolfe, visited a couple of Iowa grocery stores in connection with American Vintage Hard Tea, including Ankeny Fareway.
We Iowans apparently watch our language, but we could stand to say "please" and "thank you" a bit more.
Arrests do not indicate convictions.
Pizza on Dubuque is on the move after 13 years on Dubuque Street, and Nodo sandwich shop will open shop in that location.
Memorial Day 2013 is on May 27.
Details for Marion High and Linn-Mar Class of 2013 graduation ceremonies.
Marion Police, Linn County Sheriff's and other agencies responded to the fatal two-vehicle collision early Saturday morning north of Central City.
These houses aren't free, but looking and dreaming is.
We Iowans apparently watch our language, but we could stand to say "please" and "thank you" a bit more.
This week thousands of seniors will collect their diplomas, but one celebration had special significance for the gay community at University of Iowa.
Movie reviews and movie times for theaters in and around Marion. Let Patch help you decide what you're going to see this weekend. Movies to choose from include "The Great Gatsby", "The Croods" and
Movie reviews and movie times for theaters in and around Johnston and Des Moines. Let Patch help you decide what you're going to see this weekend. Movies to choose from include "The Great Gatsby", "The Croods" and
Here's the story of Marlene Konkoly, who found creative ways to spend less and save more so she can retire at 50. This story is the first in our series about Extreme Savers.
Here's the story of Marlene Konkoly, who found creative ways to spend less and save more so she can retire at 50. This story is the first in our series about Extreme Savers.
May is designated as National Hamburger Month. West Des Moines has quite a few choices to go out for a burger, and making your own is a perfectly acceptable way to honor the American delicacy.
May is designated as National Hamburger Month. Waukee has quite a few choices to go out for a burger, and making your own is a perfectly acceptable way to honor the American delicacy.
May is designated as National Hamburger Month. Urbandale has quite a few choices to go out for a burger, and making your own is a perfectly acceptable way to honor the American delicacy.
May is designated as National Hamburger Month. Johnston has quite a few choices to go out for a burger, and making your own is a perfectly acceptable way to honor the American delicacy.
May is designated as National Hamburger Month. Ames has quite a few choices to go out for a burger, and making your own is a perfectly acceptable way to honor the American delicacy.